State and Territory Elections

Dr Julie Sladden has been a vocal opponent of COVID-19 vaccines — now she's a Liberal candidate in the Tasmanian election. The AMA says it's "untenable", but the premier is backing her.

Yvette D'Ath says after almost 17 years in state and federal politics, she needs to find more balance in her life and won't be contesting the October election.

The Liberals promise if re-elected they'll reinstate confidence in Tasmania's public transport system by "taking back" some control of the public bus operator.

Ten years ago, Tasmania was ruled by a minority government. With an election on for March 23, and a solid chance of a repeat, this former leader and others say it will be "good for democracy".

Tasmanian Labor says it will scrap electricity connection and disconnection fees if it wins next month's election. The state's network operator will bear the $4 million a year price tag.

Tasmanians head to the polls on March 23. We are keeping track of the major parties' election promises so voters can make an informed decision.

The Tasmanian Liberals announce a series of election commitments designed to increase tenants' rights and boost the supply of rental properties.

Candidates are being finalised for Tasmania's upcoming state election. For many, it's not their first rodeo.

Sitting MP Ian Goodenough has lost Liberal preselection to former Stirling MP Vince Connelly, marking the second time in a week a Liberal incumbent has failed to become the party's preferred candidate.

Now the once secret surveys are out, it appears the issues voters are most unsatisfied with are the areas the new premier is determined to put his own stamp on. 

A money war has broken out in the opening days of the Tasmanian election campaign, and both major parties say they're best placed to win over voters — and claim victory, Adam Langenberg writes.

Hobart's proposed AFL stadium dominated the first day of the Tasmanian election campaign. But will the election outcome shape whether the state's AFL team — and stadium — happens or not?

Former Liberal Elise Archer pulls out of the Tasmanian election on the first day of campaigning citing health issues.

Tasmanians are heading to the polls on March 23. Who are the major players, what are the main issues the election will be fought on, and what else will we be watching out for?

Premier Jeremy Rockliff has called the Tasmanian election for March 23 and voters are turning their minds to what is most important to them. Stateline looks at the issues that top the list of priorities.

The increase in seats is likely to favour independents and minor parties.

The Premier says the election will be fought on stability and certainty.

Jeremy Rockliff says the election is about who can restore stability and certainty to the state.

Tasmanians initially weren't expected to go to the polls until 2025 but, a year early, the election is on. What happened?

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff calls a state election for March 23, over a year earlier than planned — urging Tasmanians to not be swayed to vote for Labor, Greens or Jacqui Lambie candidates.

Candidates vying for a position in Queensland's local government next month will, for the first time, need to keep their personal campaign spending and donations under a cap.

Jeremy Rockliff's Liberal government was plunged into minority in May when two MPs defected to the crossbench. After several days of intense speculation, Mr Rockliff is off to ask the governor for an early election.

Premier Jeremy Rockliff says he's "actively considering" asking the Governor for an early election, after a meeting on Friday with two Liberal-turned-independent MPs didn't result in what he required.

The property council chief wins the preselection battle for the Liberal heartland seat of Cottesloe, defeating former WA Liberal Party leader David Honey. 

Chief Minister Andrew Barr says the territory budget's deficit increased 75 per cent due in part to a revenue shortfall from GST and payroll tax, but government spending has also increased — and drawn criticism from the Canberra Liberals.